Saturday, July 5, 2008

Ashleigh gets tucked-in

One of the neat things they have setup at GKTW is to allow each child a chance to be tucked in by either Mayor Clayton or his wife, Merry. Ashleigh chose Miss Merry, and we signed her up for Friday night. It was so cute. Miss Merry arrived in her pajamas and greeted Ashleigh with a big hug and an autographed picture.

Then they headed back to Ashleigh's room. Miss Merry got on her bed and tried to get Ashleigh to bounce on her knees (jump on the bed). Ashleigh wouldn't do it! I guess we got that rule through to her too well! Then Miss Merry adjusted the covers and pulled them over Ashleigh's head. Then she laid down right next to Ashleigh like she was going to sleep here tonight. The GKTW worker who came with Miss Merry told Ashleigh she needed to tickle Miss Merry to get her out of the bed, but Ashleigh's arms were tucked in the covers too tight and she couldn't get them out to tickle her! Finally, she gave Ashleigh a kiss and we turned out the light. Ali missed all the excitement. When I signed Ashleigh up, they also ask how many kids will be there, and I believe that Miss Merry would also have tucked in Ali. However, this 12 year old turned teen was hiding out in the bathroom playing around in the jacuzzi tub. We just let her be and she was as happy as Ashleigh.

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Ashleigh Worlow

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Mayor Clayton's Gazebo

This is a gazebo nestled in the villas and allows parents and kids a moment to relax. I love the details, especially the carrot columns!

Going for a ride!

Ashleigh enjoyed the free rides at several of the GKTW buildings. This one is outside the house of hearts.

CandyLand Fever

Alex and Ali are playing candyland in the foyer area of the theater. The refreshment counter is behind me. Alex wants to WIN!

Love

Faith

Hope

Peace

Special Privileges

It was fun to be a VIP for the week!

Ashleigh meets the Donald

Donald Duck that is! He really enjoyed messing with Ashleigh

Sweet Minnie Mouse!

Smothered with Love

A group hug from the crazy chipmunks, Chip and Dale

Pirate Shamu

The princess and pirate party at GKTW attracted some famous characters!

Princess Dolly the Dolphin

Shamu can't arrive without his princess!

Family time with Pluto!

Being Goofy!

Uncle Brady could make a great Goofy!

My little Ashleigh

Enjoying a moment in the garden trellis at the Claytons. (sorry about the crooked picture)

Cutie at the Claytons

Ali didn't really want a picture on this morning, but she let mom take this one.

My Sweet Family

They are just missing some chocolate sauce and whipped cream!

Windmill Villa

Influenced by Holland, perhaps?

We noticed that several different countries were represented by the designs on the villas.

Another Villa

This is another villa on the GKTW campus.

Ashleigh finds a friend

Ashleigh got to walk one of the assistance dogs.

Sweet Rubi!

She also had her own volunteer badge.

GKTW has gone to the dogs.

This beautiful pup is not a poodle!

Getting our bags

Our volunteer, Edd, helps us get our bags from the baggage claim so we can be on our way!

Carousel at the Castle of Miracles

The carousel sits under a mushroom surrounded by the moat.

Big Sister Rides again!

Ali enjoyed the carousel as much as Ashleigh.

Smile!

All of us enjoyed the carousel!

Squished by a bunny!

Miss Merry tried to stay in Ashleigh's bed, but she was too big.

A good night kiss

Miss Merry gives Ashleigh a good night kiss and turns out the light.

All the flags!

Ali really loves the fact that it showcases flags from other countries.

Hard at work

Ali helps Ashleigh put her name on her star.

Sending her star to the star fairy

Once you close the lid, an animated fairy comes on the screen and "takes" your star to put on the ceiling.

Castle of Miracles

Stars of the wish children on the ceiling

Ashleigh's Star

Ashleigh's star is on this banner, hung from the ceiling to hold more stars now that the ceiling is full.

The Gingerbread House

This is our dining hall for breakfast and dinner.

The truck room

In the back of the Gingerbread House is this room. It is designed like a giant cupcake (see the bite taken out of it). I didn't get a picture, but the outside looks just like a frosted cupcake.

Peppermint Candy Tables

27,000 Peppermints were used to create the tables in the Gingerbread House.

Bye Bye Villa

The Worlow Villa is now empty.

Ashleigh meets the Pilot

Alex stopped in with Ashleigh for a quick picture with our airline pilots before exiting the plane.

Home Sweet Home!

We are plum tuckered out!

Roller Coaster Ashleigh

The Unicorn Roller Coaster, we all enjoyed this one!

Who are you?

The girls met Libby Lou Who from Whoville! She is a "WhoLeader" (haha)

Ali spots a star on Hollywood Blvd

Charlotte

Assistance Dog Charlotte

Monorail Pilot

It was fun riding in the front of the monorail!

The Little Mermaid

The girls get a little time with Ariel!

Being Silly!

It is fun to be silly monkeys!

Cinderella's Castle

Classic Magic Kingdom!

Silly Monkey!

He really loved messing with the girls during his performance.

Lookout!

Ali's at the wheel!

Chip and Dale

Twirling with Chip and Dale at Magic Kingdom

Princess Ashleigh

Ashleigh after her princess makeover at GKTW.

Ms. Merry

Ashleigh is tucked into bed by the Mayor's wife, Merry.

Believe

Shamu and his wonderful show!

Kraken

The monster roller coaster

Christmas Parade

GKTW celebrates Christmas every Thursday

Texas Cowgirls

YeeHaw!

Heeeeere's Brucey!

Our "Leave a Legacy" photo

Off to get our luggage (John Lucas in the background?)

On the plane!

"We grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy."

Our family wants to say a BIG thank you to the Make A Wish foundation and all their generous volunteers and donors. Each wish granted is personal for the wishing child based on the resources available and the wish granting office. Not every wish for Disney World will be exactly like Ashleigh's. However, we hope you enjoy Ashleigh's story.